Are You Ready For The Off-White x Nike Air Force 1 University Gold?

The Off-White x Nike Air Force 1 “University Gold” is expected to release next month as today we bring you new images of what is sure to be one of the most hype drops of 2021. This eye-catching Air Force 1 sees the sneaker take on Virgil Abloh/Off-White’s signature “deconstructed” look in a University Gold upper along with Metallic Silver Swooshes hitting the side panels. Signature Off-White branding throughout the shoe, exposed foam on the tongues and ankle collars, and a University Gold rubber sole unit finish off the design. Current reports have the Off-White x Nike Air Force 1 Low “University Gold” releasing exclusively at Virgil’s ICA Boston exhibit in July for a retail price tag of $150. Keep it locked to Kicks On Fire for updates. Continue reading

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Official Images: Nike Air Max 97 Reflective Logo Pack

The Nike Air Max 97 is the latest model to get added to Nike’s “Reflective Logo Pack.” Taking a look at this Air Max 97, the sneaker starts off with a White mesh base along with tonal leather detailing on the signature overlays as well as on the mudguards. For a burst of color we see the addition of volt on the laces, insoles, Swooshes on the side panels, heel pull tab, and the full-length Air Max unit on the midsole. The highlight of this Air Max 97 comes on the mudguards where we see retro Air Max logos in grey. Reflective 3M on the overlays and a black and white rubber outsole finish things off on this Nike Air Max 97 that will be dropping soon for $170. Continue reading

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A Clip in Extreme Slow Motion Shows Every Detail of Simone Biles’s Amazing Triple-Double

Simone Biles claimed her seventh U.S. gymnastics title last weekend, in part thanks to an impeccably executed triple-double (a.k.a. three twists performed during two backflips). A short clip captures the star athlete, who hasn’t lost an all-around competition in eight years, as she completes the perfect sequence in extreme slow motion—you might want to watch the full routine first for perspective—showing how she gently turns herself over in two backflips before launching herself multiple feet into the air. After a seemingly gravity-defying series of flips and bends, she nails the landing in an absolutely stunning feat. (via Kottke) Continue reading

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